Service Canada holding 85,000 passports as Canada Post strike continues
Service Canada has recently faced a setback in passport processing due to the ongoing labour dispute at Canada Post. With 85,000 passports on hold, Employment and Social Development Canada made the decision to halt mailing out passport packages on November 8, a week prior to the start of the Canada Post strike.
As postal workers across the country went on strike on November 15, mail delivery was disrupted, impacting millions of Canadians and businesses just as the holiday season began. Mila Roy, a spokesperson for Employment and Social Development Canada, assured the public that once the strike concludes and mail service resumes, the delayed passports will be promptly sent out to clients.
However, for individuals who submitted their passport applications right before the strike commenced, there is a possibility that Service Canada did not receive their documents. In such cases, the processing of these applications will only resume once normal mail service is restored.
To address urgent passport needs, Canadians are urged to contact the Passport Program at 1-800-567-6868 or visit a Service Canada center in person for pick-up service. This temporary solution aims to alleviate the impact of the Canada Post strike on passport processing.
The current situation highlights the importance of efficient mail service for essential government processes like passport applications. As the strike continues, it is crucial for Service Canada to find alternative solutions to ensure that Canadians receive their passports in a timely manner.
In conclusion, the labour dispute at Canada Post has caused delays in passport processing, affecting individuals who rely on postal services for essential documents. Service Canada is working to mitigate the impact of the strike and resume normal operations once the situation is resolved.
